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Despite the rain that Alpine enjoyed recently, the Big Bend area has persisted through the ongoing drought that is tough on its people, water table, and wildlife. Not long ago, Brewster County renewed its burn ban, even with precipitation expected in the near future.

On Tuesday morning, community leaders, and local, state, federal, and international officials were on hand for the offi cial ceremonial ribbon cutting for the new Presidio International Bridge that is owned and operated by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). The ceremony marked the official doubling of the capacity at the border crossing.

WEEK Alpine Humane Society Pet of the Week is Leo. “Let me tell you a bit about myself. I love to run and play with other dogs, and I will never turn down a good belly rub. Toys are fun, I like the ones that make a lot of noise. Don’t forget treats if you come to visit me at the shelter. I can’t wait to meet you,” says Leo.

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Dear Neil: Is it possible to sterilize cedar elm trees so we won’t have all the seedlings come spring? We have put down corn gluten meal in September to stop the germination, but millions have come up in the spring.

The Alpine Humane Society (AHS) has been a community staple since 1982. Working hard to help pets in our neighborhoods via the pet food pantry, affordable spay and neuter clinics, emergency veterinary care, and transportation, these services require not only dedicated individuals but extensive funding.

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Two members of the Presidio community and employees of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) were recently awarded the Extra Mile Award in College Station. Presidio’s Assistant Maintenance Supervisor Jesus Hernandez and Crew Chief Jose Ruben Hernandez were given this award in recognition of saving someone’s life, as the pair rescued a stranded motorist in a low water crossing.